Empowering Young People to Build a Better Future
Scholars Youth Foundation is a youth-led non-profit organization dedicated to promoting youth development, mental well-being, leadership, education, innovation and sustainable community development across Africa and beyond.
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Building a generation of confident, purposeful young leaders
Scholars Youth Foundation is a youth-led, non-profit organization committed to empowering young people through leadership, education, mental well-being, innovation, research, and community development. We believe that empowered young people are the foundation of peaceful, inclusive, and sustainable societies.
Our work focuses on building resilient youth, strengthening communities, and creating opportunities that enable young people to reach their full potential.
- Youth-Led & Community Driven
- Evidence-Based Programme Design
- Committed to Sustainable Impact
Our Focus Areas
Eight interconnected pillars that guide every programme we design and deliver.
Youth Leadership
Developing responsible, ethical and transformational young leaders.
Mental Health & Well-Being
Promoting awareness, resilience and psychosocial well-being.
Education & Skills Development
Digital skills, career development and lifelong learning.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Mentorship, incubation and technology-driven solutions.
Climate & Sustainability
Climate action and sustainable community development.
Community Development
Improving livelihoods, inclusion and local development.
Research & Policy
Evidence and policy dialogue for youth development.
Peace & Social Cohesion
Inclusion and youth participation in peacebuilding.
Why Scholars Youth Foundation
Youth-Led
Designed and driven by young people, for young people.
Community Driven
Rooted in the real needs of the communities we serve.
Innovative
Fresh, creative thinking applied to youth development.
Inclusive
Creating equal opportunity for every young person.
Sustainable
Building long-term solutions, not short-term fixes.
Partnership Focused
Collaborating with organizations who share our vision.
Our Vision, Mission & Values
Where We're Headed
A world where every young person is empowered to lead healthy, purposeful and impactful lives.
How We Get There
To empower young people through leadership, mental well-being, education, innovation, partnerships and sustainable development initiatives.
Our Core Values
Integrity
Excellence
Innovation
Inclusion
Collaboration
Compassion
Accountability
Sustainability
Young people represent the greatest resource for sustainable development, innovation, and positive social transformation. At Scholars Youth Foundation, we believe every young person deserves opportunities to grow, lead, and thrive in a supportive environment. We invite you to join us as partners, volunteers, supporters, and advocates in building a future where every young person can realize their full potential.
Board of Trustees
Our Board of Trustees will be announced soon as we continue strengthening our governance structure.
Our Programmes
Practical, evidence-based initiatives that equip young people with the skills, confidence and opportunities to lead.
Measurable Change, Real Communities
Although newly established, we're committed to delivering measurable, sustainable impact. These are our current starting figures.
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Gallery
Moments from our trainings, workshops, outreach and community engagements.
Our Partners
Logos shown are illustrative examples of the partnership types we're pursuing and will be replaced with officially confirmed partner logos before launch.
Contact Scholars Youth Foundation
We would love to hear from you — whether you'd like to volunteer, partner, or simply learn more.
info@scholarsyouthfoundation.org
Website
www.scholarsyouthfoundation.org
Location
Lagos, Nigeria
Phone
+234 906 512 2389